How much yeast is in a packet?

Senior Member Joined: Jul 28 2009 Posts: 163

I'm making challah that calls for three packets of yeast and only have a big bag of it. How much yeast should I put in?

Platinum Member Joined: Mar 24 2008 Posts: 6528

2 1/4 tsp dry yeast is in a packet.

2 1/4 * 3 = 6 3/4 (double check my math)

Gold Member Joined: Mar 08 2008 Posts: 2200

A packet is 2 1/4-2 1/2 tsp. You would need approximately 2 1/2 tbsp.
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If you are using the large bag of yeast for 5-6 lbs of flour you use 6 +3/4 tsp. of yeast.
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